The picturesque city in the south-west of Crimea is very different from other cities of the peninsula. We have compiled a list of the coolest places, having visited which you will definitely fall in love with Sevastopol.
What do we know about Sevastopol? The military settlement was founded at the end of the 18th century and became the base of the Black Sea Fleet. The city did not grow from scratch. In this part of Crimea, layers of more ancient history have been preserved - the ancient Chersonesos, the Genoese fortress and the medieval Inkerman.
Falling in love with Sevastopol is easy. Walk along its hills, see not powerful military cruisers and bays cut by waves, breathe in the fresh air from the sea, mixed with the smell of flowers, and the handsome Sevastopol will easily captivate your heart!
Learn more about the rest in Sevastopol.
Sights of Sevastopol on the map
Count's pier
The old pier in the south of the bay was erected at the end of the 18th century, for the arrival of Catherine II. Since then, only the appearance of the building has changed. From a wooden boat dock, it has become an elegant stone dock.
Interesting sightseeing tours of the city start from here. Get acquainted with the history of the Crimean city and see the warships standing in the bay of Sevastopol! Walks lasting 45 to 60 minutes cost from 300 rubles.
Monument to the Scuttled Ships
The iconic landmark and architectural symbol of Sevastopol is in all booklets about the city and on Russian banknotes of 200 rubles. A lonely column with a two-headed eagle is familiar even to those who have never been to Crimea. It recalls the difficult decision of Admiral Nakhimov to flood the Black Sea Fleet in order to prevent enemy ships from entering the bay.
The expressive monument appeared in 1905, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the first defense. The granite column is installed directly into the sea, 23 meters from the shore. It gives rise to sad feelings, and I want to endlessly watch how the waves beat against the stone pedestal.
Catherine mile
A wonderful reminder of the visit of Catherine II to Taurida has been preserved on the North Side. The milestones along the route of the Empress from St. Petersburg to the Crimean Peninsula were built by Prince Potemkin. Thus, who erected fake "Potemkin villages".
Only five Catherine miles have survived on the territory of the Crimea. The stone sign on Chelyuskintsev Street has been standing since 1786.
Primorsky Boulevard
The luxurious promenade is not just a green street for walking, but a historical landmark of Sevastopol. Green Street was founded at the end of the 19th century, on the site of the fortifications of Suvorov's troops.
Two stone lions near a small bridge tell about the heroic defense of the city. One lion is English and the other is French. They symbolize the troops of the two states that fought in the Sevastopol Bay.
Panorama "Defense of Sevastopol"
The master of panoramic painting, battle painter Franz Roubaud created a stunning canvas about the heroism of the defenders of Sevastopol. It is 114 m long and 14 m high. The circular panorama building is located in the center of the high Bastion Hill. The views that open before the audience are mesmerizing with their epicness. But 4000 people are depicted on the canvas! Admission for adults costs 200 rubles.
Malakhov Kurgan
The tourist mecca of Sevastopol, where all guests try to get, is located in the eastern part of the city. During the years of the first defense, the famous mound, 97 m high, was a hot spot of military battles.
Today it is a free park, where it is pleasant to walk at any time of the year. On the Malakhov Kurgan there is a mass grave of heroes who died outside the city, and cannons of the 18th-20th centuries are on display.
Sapun Mountain
On the road to Balaklava during the Great Patriotic War, the hardest battles were fought. Sapun Mountain has a height of 240 m above sea level, and it has been turned into a large memorial complex. Walk around the Park of Glory, visit the chapel of St. George the Victorious and watch the famous diorama about the storming of the hill. The entrance to the museum costs 250 rubles.
Chersonesos Tauride
In ancient times, the city of Tauric Chersonesos existed in the bay. Now the sites of excavations and the ruins of ancient buildings have the status of a national reserve and are included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Which of the sights of ancient Sevastopol is worth seeing first of all? The antique amphitheater is very impressive. In Crimea, it is well preserved and is even used for theatrical performances. Be sure to see the powerful Zeno Tower, the remains of the 6th century basilicas and the temple carved into the rock.
In Chersonesos there is a monument that has nothing to do with ancient times. The massive misty bell was cast from Turkish cannons in 1778. It weighs over 5.5 tons. After the Crimean War, the French took away the shrine and hung it at Notre Dame Cathedral, and in 1913 the Sevastopol bell returned to Crimea.
Chersonesus is considered the place from where Prince Vladimir began the baptism of Rus. In memory of this, there is a large St. Vladimir's Cathedral. The entrance to the temple is free, and a ticket to the museum of the reserve costs 350 rubles.
St. Vladimir's Cathedral
Let's move to the city center and visit the tomb of famous admirals and naval officers - Vladimir Cathedral. The majestic building made of Inkerman stone rises to 32.5 m. The outer columns of the temple are made of diorite, and the inner ones are made of Carrara marble. Under the vaults of the cathedral are the burial places of Russian naval commanders - Pavel Nakhimov, Vladimir Kornilov, Vladimir Istomin and Mikhail Lazarev.
St. Nicholas Church
The main shrine of Sevastopol, where the remains of Russian, Turkish, English, French and Italian sailors are buried, stands in the quiet Kamyshovaya Bay. The temple is active, and from time to time they hold a funeral service for all sailors who died in wars - whatever their nationality.
Museum of the Black Sea Fleet
This landmark of Sevastopol is interesting not only from the inside, but also from the outside. The majestic building looks like an architectural masterpiece. The austere columns and stucco gables were built at the end of the 19th century. The shells on the facade, massive cannons and anchors remind you that you are in front of the repository of the history of the Russian fleet.
Inside are old maps, navigation devices, graceful models of ships, portraits and personal belongings of participants in the battles for Sevastopol. A ticket to the museum costs 100 rubles.
Observation Decks
It is very interesting to look at the city and the bays from above! This can be done from several places. To get spectacular photos and see all the iconic places, come to the observation platforms on Admiral Nakhimov Street or the picturesque Primorsky Boulevard. Climb the glorious Malakhov Kurgan, the summit of Sapun Mountain and Laspinsky Pass. An excellent view of the South Bay opens from the panoramic windows of the Grass Cafe and from the Ferris wheel, which rises above the Historical Boulevard.
Memorial "35 coastal battery"
On a small promontory in the Cossack Bay, you can see an unusual building split in half. The expressive memorial is filled with tragedy and heroism. In 1942, the defenders of the city, who did not manage to evacuate to the mainland, took their last battle here. The entrance to the museum is free.
Aquarium
When resting with children in Sevastopol, it is worth seeing the largest museum-aquarium on the peninsula, which is located in the middle of Primorsky Boulevard. The four halls contain over a thousand species of reptiles, invertebrates and fish.
The Sevastopol Aquarium may look a little old-fashioned, but the outdoor pools with stingrays and sturgeons, as well as huge turtles, delight children. A ticket for an adult costs 500 rubles, and for a child - 300 rubles.
Dolphinarium
In the very heart of the city, on the shores of Artillery Bay, there is another attraction of Sevastopol, which is loved by families with children. Theater of marine animals, where daily shows of Black Sea bottlenose dolphins, fur seals and huge belugas are held. In summer, visitors to the dolphinarium can swim with dolphins in a separate pool. Entrance to the show costs from 900 rubles for adults and 600 rubles for children.
Monuments to famous sailors
Sevastopol is a sea city, and many of its attractions are dedicated to people who linked their lives with the sea. At the end of the 19th century, a monument to Admiral Nakhimov appeared in Sevastopol.
On the Malakhov Kurgan there is a monument to Admiral Kornilov, and on the Historical Boulevard - to the military engineer Totleben. On Bolshaya Morskaya Street there is a monument to Admiral N.G. Kuznetsov, on the Korabelnaya side - to the Soviet Arctic explorer I.D.Papanin, and on Nakhimov Avenue - to Admiral D.N.
To get to this attraction of Sevastopol, you need to take a sea tram and get to the northern part of the city. The Mikhailovskaya Battery is one of 10 city fortifications that have survived more than one war. The battery has been turned into a museum, where ammunition samples, aircraft and military equipment are exhibited. The ticket costs 300 rubles.
